Program Manager - CNO Tool Development

Program Manager – CNO Tool Development

Location:

Fort Meade, MD | Type:
Full-Time | Clearance: TS/SCI CI Poly

Note:

This position is part of an active proposal effort and is contingent upon contract award.

Dark Star Intelligence is actively seeking an experienced On‑Site Program Manager to lead a critical Cyber Network Operations (CNO) Tool Development contract. This high‑priority role demands a technically skilled leader with proven CNO expertise, stakeholder management skills, and strong DEVSECOPS experience. The successful candidate will have a commanding presence, be a CNODP graduate, and know how to effectively balance mission needs, team direction, and technical rationale in a dynamic development environment.

• Serve as the on‑site lead for CNO Tool Development, representing both mission priorities and development team concerns.
• Manage all stakeholder communications with professionalism and precision, providing technical justification when pushing back on requirements.
• Coordinate DEVSECOPS implementation across the tool development lifecycle.
• Mentor and manage junior developers and system administrators, ensuring alignment with program goals.
• Act as a technical liaison between leadership, mission users, and development staff.
• Lead efforts to scope, prioritize, and deliver cyber tool capabilities that meet security, functionality, and compliance requirements.
• Ensure effective collaboration across classified development environments and contribute to agile workflows.

• Clearance: TS/SCI CI Poly
• Education/
  
  Experience:
  
  CNODP (Computer Network Operations Development Program) graduate; extensive experience in CNO (offensive/defensive tool development).
• Training/Certification: Proven track record of successful DEVSECOPS integration in high‑stakes environments.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to confidently close discussions and diplomatically deny requests with sound technical reasoning. Prior experience leading/managing technical teams in classified spaces.

• Experience interfacing directly with government stakeholders in a program management capacity.
• Familiarity with modern cyber tool development practices and secure transfer protocols.
• Previous leadership, mentoring, or training responsibilities in technical environments.

Salary Range: $145,000 – $175,000. Final compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, internal equity, and market data. Dark Star provides a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well‑being and long‑term success of our full‑time employees. Interested candidates may request salary details by contacting

• Travel: 10% (as required for program execution)
• Work Environment: On‑site, Fort Meade, MD

All applicants must be U.S. citizens and maintain eligibility for a U.S. government security clearance.

Dark Star Intelligence is a Service‑Disabled Veteran‑Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) committed to advancing national security through mission support and tradecraft development. We prioritize both client satisfaction and employee retention, delivering high‑quality, intelligence‑based solutions grounded in our “Core Four” values:

• Humility: We place mission success above personal recognition.
• Passion: We bring enthusiasm and dedication to every challenge.
• Agility: We adapt quickly to evolving operational needs.
• Ownership: We hold ourselves accountable for results and uphold the highest standards of excellence.

We are mission‑driven and results‑oriented, striving to make our country safer through every task we undertake.

At Dark Star Intelligence LLC, we are committed to maintaining a professional and legally compliant work environment where individuals are treated with respect and fairness. We adhere strictly to all applicable Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations.

Employment decisions at Dark Star are made solely on the basis of individual qualifications, performance, and business needs. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects…